The Verzasca Valley

“Verzasca’s charm lies in the heart of the river. No painter has ever been able to capture its stunning green colour, couldn’t even imagine its existence, unless he came to the Valley itself and admired the river first-hand...”

The Verzasca Valley is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating river valleys of the Alpine region south of the St. Gotthard Pass, and is of genuine historical interest. The valley bears witness to the harsh life of its inhabitants, who tried to eke out a living, though nature was at times very harsh and forced them to seek out sites that nowadays beguile tourists with their charms. The discerning tourist can find all this right outside the city centre. The Valley is right before your eyes, both impassable and welcoming at the same time, and capable of slaking a broad range of desires.